Special Education Teacher - Inclusion

Fall River School District; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fall River Public Schools is seeking teachers of children with special needs to provide instructional services aligned with IEPs and district policies. The role emphasizes collaboration with regular education and special education staff and ongoing evaluation with families.

Qualified candidates hold an approved Special Education degree and Massachusetts licensure, with preference for those showing substantial experience in related settings and a commitment to inclusive education in Fall River.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree with a major in Special Education.
• Appropriate Massachusetts Licensure.
• Preference given to substantial experience in regular and/or special education settings.

Responsibilities

• Direct assignment to building principal for routine administrative matters and to the Supervisor of Special Needs for delivery of services in the IEP.
• Performs duties listed herein and other appropriate tasks as assigned by the Supervisor of Special Needs.
• Performs diagnostic assessments of children suspected of, or diagnosed as having, special needs with the Evaluation TEAM Chairperson and related staff.
• Consults with regular education and Special Education Teachers to meet needs of special needs students.
• Promotes maximum integration of children with special needs with school staff.
• Participates actively in the evaluation process and TEAM meetings; chairs Review and Annual Review Meetings.

Skills

Substantial experience in regular and/

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Special Education

Massachusetts Licensure

Job description

FALL RIVER PUBLIC SCHOOLS

FALL RIVER, MASSACHUSETTS

POSITION: TEACHERS OF CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Bachelor's or Master's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major emphasis on Special Education.
• Appropriate Massachusetts Licensure
• Preference will be given to those candidates who present evidence of substantial experience in regular and/or special education settings.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Direct assignment to the building principal for routine administrative matters and to the Supervisor of Special Needs for the delivery of services identified in the IEP, and related program issues.
• To perform all duties listed herein and other appropriate tasks assigned by the Supervisor of Special Needs.
• In cooperation with the Evaluation TEAM Chairperson, the School Psychologist and such other special needs staff members, as involved, performs diagnostic assessments of children suspected of, or diagnosed as having, special needs.
• In cooperation with the Evaluation TEAM Chairperson, consults regularly with regular education and Special Education Teachers regarding ways to meet the needs of those special needs students assigned to their classrooms.
• Work with school staff to promote maximum integration of children with special needs.
• To participate actively in the evaluation process and TEAM meetings.
• To chair all perfunctory Review and Annual Review Meetings of students.
• To administer educational assessments for Annual Reviews and Re-evaluations.
• To assist in the development of appropriate educational plans as directed by the Evaluation TEAM Chairperson.
• Insure the orderly and timely implementation of those educational plans developed.
• To confer with the parents of special needs students, as needed.
• To assist the Evaluation Chairperson and other assigned staff in maintenance or required records.
• To submit to the Principal, the Director, the Supervisor of Special Education schedules and reports as required, including semi-annual Pupil Reports and Annual Review.
• To collaborate with other Special Educators and Regular Education Teachers on cases requiring joint participation in implementing educational plans.

SALARY AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

In accordance with the Fall River Educators’ Association contract. Continued employment is contingent on work performance, program need, and funding.

Closing Date for Applications: As indicated on webpage

The Fall River Public School District is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status or active military status, mental illness, political affiliation, genetic information or disability. All candidates are encouraged to apply.